5700 Louise Ln, Austin, TX 78757

Welcome to this exceptional two-story home in the highly sought-after Allandale community of Central Austin, where striking contemporary design meets comfortable, everyday living. From the moment you enter, soaring ceilings, oversized windows and an abundance of natural light create an impressive yet inviting atmosphere. Beautiful light wood flooring flows from the foyer into the spacious living and dining areas, while the well-appointed kitchen features white quartz countertops, a large center island with breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry and stainless steel appliances—including a **new $12,000 range and microwave**. The main level is thoughtfully designed with the primary suite, a dedicated office and easy access to the expansive backyard. The primary retreat features a spa-like bath with dual vanities, a freestanding soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower with marble-look tile and a generous walk-in closet. Outside, the large private backyard offers plenty of room to create your own outdoor oasis, whether that means a pool, gardens, entertaining space or play area. Upstairs, a bright and spacious family room opens onto a private balcony, creating a wonderful additional gathering space, while the secondary bedrooms provide comfort and privacy for family and guests. Stylish, spacious and exceptionally well designed, this Allandale home offers the perfect blend of modern living, thoughtful spaces and room to make it truly your own.

Allandale is a mid-century neighborhood in North-Central Austin's 78757, built around the Burnet Road dining corridor and the Shoal Creek trail. Median home price $950K. Austin ISD schools (Gullett Elementary), 12 minutes to downtown, 8 minutes to UT campus.

The housing stock is predominantly 1950s-60s ranch homes on generous lots (8,000-12,000+ sq ft) — big enough for serious yard space, a pool, or a future addition. Some owners have updated; others love the original floor plans. A teardown-and-rebuild wave is underway but slower than in Westlake or Tarrytown. Active listings typically number 10-15 at any given time.

Burnet Road changed everything. Barley Swine, Bufalina Due, Pinthouse Pizza, Yard Bar, and Phil's Icehouse turned this stretch into one of Austin's best dining corridors. Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest Pool (Austin's first Olympic-sized public pool, opened 1956) anchors summer life. Shoal Creek bisects the neighborhood with a trail connecting south to downtown and north to Anderson Lane.

What makes Allandale the value play in Central Austin: lot sizes that rival Tarrytown at half the price, a dining corridor that rivals South Congress, and a commute that's shorter than most suburbs. The tradeoff is Austin ISD (good but not Eanes) and mid-century homes that may need updating.